Maple, Balsalmic Quinoa Salad

Maple, Balsalmic Quinoa Salad

INGREDIENTS:

•1 2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed

•1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

•1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

•1/3 cup pure maple syrup

•1 cup dried cranberries or cherries (TIP: Look for unsweetened or naturally sweetened varieties.)

•1 cup raw unsalted chopped pecans

•4 to 5 scallions, thinly sliced

•1 tsp sea salt, plus additional to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1.Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool completely.

2.Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar and maple syrup.

3.Add 3/4 cup dressing to quinoa. Stir in cranberries, pecans, scallions and salt. Refrigerate overnight. Serve cold or at room temperature; just before serving, stir in remaining 1/4 cup dressing and season with salt.

Nutrients per serving (1 cup):

 Calories: 325, Total Fat: 12 g, Sat. Fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6.5 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.5 g, Carbs: 49 g, Fiber: 5 g, Sugars: 20 g, Protein: 7 g, Sodium: 247 mg, Cholesterol: 0 mg

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